Niall

Niall
Niall
Pronunciation /ˈnaɪl/, sometimes /ˈniː.əl/
Gender Male
Origin
Word/Name Gaelic language
Meaning "champion"
Region of origin Ireland
Other names
Related names Neil

Niall is a male given name of Gaelic origin, thought to mean "champion".[1] It could also mean 'cloud' or 'passionate'.

Niall may also refer to:

See also

  • List of Irish-language given names

References


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